Kid Rock
Kid Rock · 2003
67 min · 15 tracks · country music
A genre-blurring mix of Southern rock, hip-hop swagger, and country storytelling that paints a vivid picture of American life.
Top tracks — play these first
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Feel Like Makin’ Love — This cover stands out for its sultry reimagining of the classic song, merging rock with a soulful groove that showcases Kid Rock's versatility.
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Cadillac Pussy — The track exemplifies Kid Rock's playful lyricism and Southern rock vibe, blending humor with catchy hooks that resonate with listeners.
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I Am — This introspective song highlights Kid Rock's lyrical depth, addressing personal struggles and triumphs with a blend of vulnerability and bravado.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends rock and country with hip-hop influences, showcasing Kid Rock's crossover appeal but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- Several tracks incorporate spoken word elements or narrative verses, blending storytelling with musical hooks.
- The production features prominent guitar riffs alongside hip-hop influenced beats, creating a distinct sound that shifts between genres.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- varied pacing and flow
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Solidified Kid Rock's crossover appeal and commercial success after 'Cocky'.
- Career context
- Released in early 2003, Kid Rock's self-titled album marked his fifth studio effort and followed the commercial success of 'Cocky'. At this point in his career, he was solidifying his unique blend of rock and rap while expanding his musical palette with more traditional country influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jason Aldean· Brantley Gilbert· Toby Keith
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rock n’ Roll Pain Train 5:53
- 2 Cadillac Pussy 3:12
- 3 Feel Like Makin’ Love 5:09
- 4 Black Bob 5:31
- 5 Jackson, Mississippi 4:31
- 6 Cold and Empty 4:23
- 7 Intro 2:04
- 8 Rock n’ Roll 4:28
- 9 Hillbilly Stomp 4:21
- 10 I Am 5:04
- 11 Son of Detroit 4:21
- 12 Do It for You 4:26
- 13 Hard Night for Sarah 4:12
- 14 Run Off to LA 5:17
- 15 Single Father 4:27
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